Mental Wellness for Women in Every Season of Life

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Mental Wellness for Women in Every Season of Life Nurturing mental wellness is essential at every age. As women, our mental health can sometimes take a back seat to our priorities and commitments in life. But as we age, our bodies undergo significant changes, like giving birth, menopause, or more difficult realities like a cancer […]

A Parent’s Back To School Guide

A Parent’s Back To School Guide Every season brings new challenges and opportunities. Summer is ending, and the school year is beginning. With new schedules and kids in school, this is a great time to press the reset button and start healthy habits. At West Michigan Psychological Services, we want to provide you with support […]

ADHD in Children

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ADHD in Children Many signs of ADHD can be dismissed as typical childhood behavior. However, these symptoms could be a leading indicator of your child’s diagnosis. ADHD can be diagnosed at any age. Testing your child enables you to collaborate with doctors and your child’s school to give them the best plan to succeed socially […]

5 Tips To Overcome Burnout

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5 Tips To Overcome Burnout Are you feeling burnt out? It may be time to rethink your workload. In the chaos of life, it’s easy to overlook your well-being. Burnout can significantly impact your mental wellness. At WMPS, we provide the resources and support so you can work towards a balanced lifestyle.  What Is Burnout? […]

Celebrating Pride Month

Pride Month

Celebrating Pride Month At WMPS, we’re dedicated to serving everyone in our Lakeshore communities without exception by providing mental health resources and support. This June, we proudly sponsor the Lakeshore Pride Festival in Holland. This partnership reflects our commitment to providing equal mental health opportunities for all, ensuring everyone feels respected and supported in their […]

4 Steps to Break Out of Languishing

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Have you heard of languishing? In the psychology community, it can be described as a lack of mental health. Signs include fatigue, dissatisfaction, detachment, and an overall struggle to be positive or happy about life. At WMPS, we want to provide you with resources and support to help you improve your mental health so you […]

4 Ways To Combat Your Anxiety

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Dealing with anxiety can be an isolating experience. At WMPS, we want to equip you with strategies and tips to help de-escalate your overwhelming feelings.  Sleep No matter what season of life you are in, prioritizing sleep during life’s chaos is challenging. Sleep is a fundamental aspect of your overall well-being. Staying up later or […]

Women Pioneers in Psychology

Women in Psychology

Women have changed how we think about Psychology  In celebration of National Women’s History Month, we are taking the time to shine a light on the strong and intelligent women who have continued to advance and change the field of Psychology throughout history. As a woman-owned business, we are grateful for all of the women […]

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

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EMDR Therapy 101: Treatment Process & How to Get Started Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, or EMDR, is an eight-step neurological treatment utilized in a therapeutic setting to identify, challenge, and reprocess negative core beliefs. Francine Shapiro developed this neurological approach in the late 1980s while completing her dissertation. It was initially named EMD, […]